Seated Man with Dog n.d.

Pierre-Jacques Volaire's "Seated Man with Dog" is a delicate drawing executed in black chalk on blue paper. The work depicts a man in a hat, seated with his legs crossed, while a greyhound rests its head on his lap. Volaire, a French artist known for his portraits and genre scenes, captures the intimate moment between man and animal with subtle detail and sensitivity, highlighting the quiet companionship of a shared space. The work, currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, is a poignant example of Volaire's skill in capturing the essence of everyday life.